A two-hour mix from all-over the 25 year Zum catalog.

George talks to Scott Pinkmountain about decades of music and comedy, what motivates us, and what mistakes to avoid.

A bonus episode from George's other show, Sup Doc: filmmakers Arthur Jones and Giorgio Angelini talk to us about Feels Good Man, the story of Matt Furie and his creation Pepe the Frog.

Slightly different format show - my radio show from 9th Floor is no longer on iTunes so I thought I'd throw it up here, a mix of music and talk. My interview guest Chris Thomson (Circus Lupus, Ignition, Lunch Meat, Soulside, Unrest) recorded July 25. 2015 Playlist: Mdou Moctar – A Fleur Tamgak – Afelan (Sahel Sounds) Everybody Row – Escape Plan – The Sea Inside 7” (Vitriol Records/ 301 Collective) Zs – Wolf Government – XE (Northern Spy) White Noise Radio Theatre – Beyond Good and Evil – Ultra Low Frequency (self-released) John Carpenter – Vortex – Lost Themes (Sacred Bones) Lakes – Song Of Investment Capital Overseas – Zum Audio Vol 3 (Zum) Baus – GOT3 – Idol Minds (self-released) Monorchid – Oral Fixation Anonymous - Let Them Eat… (Simple Machines/Dischord) Sister Nancy – Bam Bam (Version) (Techniques) Rose Alliance – The Red Light In Her Face (Morte Creations) Skull Kontrol – Camouflage – Deviate Beyond All Means Of Capture (Touch and Go) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zum Podcast Episode 24 - Michael Morley ----------- Exciting to meet up with Mr. Michael Morley of The Dead C, Gate, 2 Foot Flame, and much more. Legendary New Zealand music and art figure, I had a chat with Michael at a Gate show with Ramleh in San Francisco. We touch on his art career, other music projects, daily life in Port Chalmers, and even the recently departed David Bowie. Special thanks to Tim Leanse for assistance with the interview at the Elbo Room. https://gatemm.bandcamp.com/ ------------ HIGH CASTLE - After God - Spirit of the West (Zum) (intro music) THE DEAD C - Sky - Harsh 70s Reality (Siltbreeze) GATE WITH LEE RANALDO & ZEENA PARKINS - MM/LR/ZP - Threadwaxing Space (Zero Hour) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If this is your first time checking out the show, welcome! I created this hourlong FCC clean version of the show for KGPC 96.9 FM (aka 9th Floor Radio at Peralta College) in Spring 2015. I made some bleep sounds for the swearing and tried to pick the chunks that I found the most interesting. These are my talks with Calvin Johnson (K Records, Beat Happening), Ron Lynch (Adventure Time, Home Movies), Allison Wolfe (Bratmobile), Mark Gergis (Sham Palace, Porest, Sublime Frequencies), and Jamie Stewart (Xiu Xiu). You can listen to these in their unedited glory from the same place you got this episode. This episode lead to a short-lived (three episodes!) live radio show called Well Futile that is still housed over at KGPC http://www.9thfloorradio.com/wellfutile . I had to end the WF show due to some personal crises (aka a bunch of my records being stolen) but I feel great being back to this long-form format. Since April I also launched a podcast about documentaries with Paco Romane called 'Sup Doc, so check that out as well. http://supdocpodcast.com Theme music is "After God" by High Castle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zum Podcast Episode 23 - Jamie Stewart  ----------- Jamie Stewart is nearly indistinguishable from his 15+ year moniker performing as Xiu Xiu. Though he pals around with Prurient and Merzbow, he's finding new paths to blaze, taking on a Twin Peaks tribute and just trying to make it as a touring musician in the post-physical age. Avid traveller with an undeniable work ethic making challenging music for the mass-less. We talk whilst sitting in a car in LA's Koreatown on a sweltering afternoon. *Congratulations to mutual friend David Horvitz and Zanna Gilbert on the birth of their daughter Ela Melanie in the back of an Uber. *Oakland fire benefits: May 9th at 924 Gilman, AK Press gofundme, Shipwreck Studio, crowdrise fundraiser for displaced residents. ------------ HIGH CASTLE - After God - Spirit of the West (Zum) (intro music)  XIU XIU - Quagga (Kingfisher Bluez) 7 YEAR RABBIT CYCLE - Meditation - Wind Machines (Free Porcupine Society) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zum Podcast Episode 22 - Calvin Johnson  ----------- Despite some technical glitches, I managed to preserve most of my conversation with Calvin Johnson. If you're not familiar with K Records and Beat Happening (which comprise the last chapter of Our Band Could Be Your Life), he's also been in the bands Dub Narcotic Sound System, Go Team, Hive Dwellers, and solo performance. We're driving across the new Bay Bridge and talk about comedy in Olympia and the Bay, major injuries, theater, the early days of punk, and of course K Records (including the Neo Boys reissue). Special thanks to Jaime and Thorsten for bringing Calvin to town and helping me close out the show. ------------ HIGH CASTLE - After God - Spirit of the West (Zum) (intro music)  HALO BENDERS - Don't Touch My Bikini - God Don't Make No Junk (K)  BEAT HAPPENING - Our Secret - Beat Happening (K)  HIVE DWELLERS - Get In - Get In EP  (K)  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zum Podcast Episode 21 - Ron Lynch  ----------- Comedian Ron Lynch has a lengthy career appearing in unexpected places, from voice work on shows like Dr. Katz, Home Movies, Bob's Burgers, and Adventure Time, to film, commercials, and TV (Sarah Silverman Program, even the Golden Globes). He's also the voice of the San Francisco Silent Film Festival, which brought him back to town. We talk about his time in the comedy scenes of Boston and San Francisco, making short films with Louis C.K., Courtney Cox's breast milk, and lots of other funnery. Ron's weekly show, Tommorow! at the Steve Allen Theater is celebrating its 8th aniversary August 10th and 17th, so check that out and enjoy this talk with a comedy legend. ------------ HIGH CASTLE - After God - Spirit of the West (Zum) (intro music)  UGLY REVENGE - dialogue from the short film by Louis C.K. RON LYNCH - Ron Lynch - HOLY FUCK. Live Comedy. (Rooftop Comedy) MOSES CAMPBELL - Drop D (Official video version) - Expectations (Big Joy)  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zum Podcast Episode 20 - Carla Bozulich/Evangelista  ----------- First time trying a multi-microphone interview with a multi-headed beast, this round it's Carla Bozulich and her Evangelista bandmates Tara Barnes and Dominic Cramp. I'm joined in the interview by Mike Keegan. Carla's music projects have included Ethyl Meatplow, Geraldine Fibbers, Scarnella, and most recently Evangelista who have put out three epic albums on Constellation Records. They take a break from their busy schedules to chat with me at the Huffin House in Oakland. They've got two gigs in the Bay, their last US shows for the foreseeable future, July 19th at the Nightlight and August 17th at the Hemlock. A bit hectic and goofy, given how dark and mysterious the music gets, with a special surprise drop-in phone guest. ------------ HIGH CASTLE - After God - Spirit of the West (Zum) (intro music)  GERALDINE FIBBERS - You Doo Right - Butch  BORFUL TANG - Sanctuary  BUSINESS LADY - Rock Candy Mountain - Torture Footage (Load)  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.